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MAPS OF HAMPSHIRE
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LONG DISTANCE PATHS RUNNING THROUGH THE REGION ARE HIGHLIGHTED IN WHITE
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Hampshire and The Isle of Wight AA 50 Walks
- Walking is one of Britain's favourite leisure activities, and this guide
features a variety of mapped walks to suit all abilities. The book features
all the practical detail you need, accompanied by fascinating background
reading on the history and wildlife of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, as
well as other local points of interest. All walks are annotated with places
to visit along the way, including tea rooms and pubs, with extra details on
their character and the food on offer. Every walk is given a summary of
distance, time, gradient, level of difficulty, type of surface and access,
landscape, dog friendliness, parking and public toilets. Published February
09.
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A Walk Around the New Forest in 35 Circular Walks,
Norman Henderson - Created by William the Conqueror in 1079, the
New Forest is the largest area of pasture, heathland and ancient forest in
the south of England. Easily accessible from London, it can appear in places
to be very remote, both in time and location. Norman Henderson provides the
perfect guide for those wishing to get to know the New Forest better: a
series of undemanding short circular walks that, when tackled individually
or linked together in a week's walking, form a complete circuit, or
perambulation, of the New Forest. The detailed descriptions of each route,
with simple maps, contain information on local history, geography and
wildlife, as well as special 'Near by' sections, pointing out additional
attractions and views the New Forest has to offer on the way. In addition,
separate sections outline the background, culture and natural history of the
New Forest, making this book a comprehensive introduction to a beautiful and
unique corner of England. Published May 07.
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AA South Downs and the South Coast - This
exciting series of family-friendly walk and cycle ride books offers
routes all over Britain. Written and researched by experts in their field,
the guides are designed to be practical and easy to use for a perfectly
planned day out for the whole family. Each guide includes 25 walks and 15
cycle rides with colour photographs throughout showing sites, views and pubs
along the route. A full colour map accompanies each walk and cycle and there
is practical information such as distance, minimum time and level of
difficulty to make sure you make the most of your family day out. Published June 05.
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Walking the South Coast of England, David Bathurst - A Complete Guide to Walking the South-facing Coasts of Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Hampshire (including the Isle of Wight), Sussex and Kent, from Lands End to the South Foreland. Every year, people flock to England’s south coast to visit heritage sites or simply to relax on the beach. But to see the real beauty that these glorious counties have to offer, pick up this detailed guide to some of the best walking in Britain. David Bathurst has walked 650 miles of coast, taking in breath-taking natural landscapes and significant landmarks on the way. With rugged cliffs and ancient cathedral cities, historic ports and wonderful wildlife, there’s something for everyone; whether you’re a seasoned hiker ready to take on the entire walk, or a summertime stroller who wants to experience this rewarding ramble in smaller doses. Published May 08
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Pocket Pub Walks, The New Forest, Anne-Marie Edwards - This is a
pocket-size collection of fifteen circular walks each based on a local pub
serving good food. It includes routes at Fawley, Sway, Brockenhurst, Burley,
Ringwood and Fordingbridge, with maps and photographs. Published April
07.
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Pocket Pub Walks Hampshire, Nigel Vile - Fifteen circular walks, of between 3 and 7 miles. Each route is based on a local pub serving good food. Includes routes at Wherwell, Silchester, Meonstoke, Keyhaven and Frogham. With maps and photographs. Published April 06.
Pub Walks Along the Solent Way, Anne-Marie Edwards - Follows the long-distance footpath, and its surrounding countryside, from Christchurch to Emsworth dividing up the route into fourteen manageable walks - all of them circular and each based on a good local pub. With photographs and sketch maps. Published May 02.
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| Short Walks from Pubs in the New Forest, Anne-Marie Edwards - Each of the 20 short (2 - 3½ miles) circular walks begins (and ends!) at a good pub, chosen for its welcome and food. Includes Beaulieu Road, Setley, Wootton, Nomansland, Godshill, Canada and Linwood. Published April 95. |
Pub Strolls in Hampshire & the New Forest, Anne-Marie Edwards -
30 short circular walks of up to 4 miles, including routes
around Breamore, Brook, Longparish, Silchester and East Meon. Contains
sketch maps and photographs. Published April 00.
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Adventurous Pubwalks in Hampshire and The New Forest, Nick Channer -
Twenty circular walks varying in length between 7-12 miles and based around
good local pubs including routes at Fritham, King's Somborne, Kingsclere,
Cheriton, Hambledon and Lepe. Published June 04.
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| More Pub Walks in Hampshire, Mike Power and John Quarendon. Published October 09. |
Pub Walks in Hampshire and the I.O.W, Mike Power. Published June 99.
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Walks From the Railway: Guildford to Portsmouth, John Owen Smith. Published October 08.
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Walks into History: Hampshire - Robert Wood -
The sixteen routes in this guide, take the walker on a journey through
history passing sites of Roman settlements, Norman castles, Civil War
battlefields, glorious old trading ports, steam railways and places where
great literary and artistic figures lived and worked. The routes scan be
undertaken by everyone including the young, the not-so-young and the
not-so-fit. Published May 09
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New Forest National Park: Short Walks, David Foster - The New Forest is
the jewel of Hampshire's crown. Relatively unchanged for centuries, it
continues to provide wonderful opportunities for the walker to experience
both its unique woodland and rare wildlife. The New Forest is a working,
living landscape consisting of peaceful lawns and wild heather moorland, all
of which set it apart as a place for the peaceful enjoyment of nature. Its
proximity to the commuter belt of the south east means that it is ideally
placed for weekend walks, while it continues to attract visitors from much
further afield, who come to stay and explore the area for a week or two.
Published December 09. A Walk Around the New Forest: In Thirty-five Circular Walks, Norman Henderson - Created by William the Conqueror in 1079, the New Forest is largest area of lowland heath and ancient woodland in Britain. Easily accessible from London, it can appear in places to be very remote, both in time and location. This is the perfect guide for those wishing to get to know the New Forest better: a series of undemanding short circular walks, which, when tackled individually or linked together in a week's walking, form a complete circuit of the New Forest. The detailed descriptions of each route, with simple maps, contain information on local history, geography and wildlife, as well as special 'Near by' sections, pointing out additional attractions and views the New Forest has to offer on the way. Separate sections outline the background, culture and natural history of the area. This book is a comprehensive introduction to a beautiful and unique corner of England. Published May 07 |
A Boot Up The New Forest, Rodney Legg - The New Forest is generally
regarded as the easiest walking country in Britain and Europe. Under foot,
the paths usually stick to dry soils of gravel and sand, and skirt the
occasional peat bog. Even if you find a problem, diversions are possible
just about everywhere, as there is a right of public access across all this
open landscape of heath and woods from Ringwood to Southampton. Ancient oaks survive as stately specimens in woods that were otherwise stripped for Nelson's navy. Wildlife abounds. Rarities can be locally commonplace. You are likely to see Dartford warblers, harriers and a range of flora and fauna including insect-eating sundews, dragonflies and multi-coloured fungi. Deer numbers are as high as anywhere and there are the famous New Forest ponies. The ten selected walks, ranging from 3 to 8 miles, suit the needs of families, groups of friends or individuals looking for a gentle stroll or a longer walk, and reflect the many varied facets of the area - its people, its history, and its landscape and will help first time visitors to experience some of the great scenery the area has to offer. Many of the walks feature a pub along the route. Halsgrove's new-format guidebook, containing maps, photographs and useful information will ensure a great walking experience. Packed with colour, the book is an ideal reminder of a visit to the New Forest. Published June 09.
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The Walks Near Basingstoke, Bill Andrews - 44 Short Walks, 4 to 6 miles,
linking Kingsclere, Silchester, Overton, Odiham and Candover.
Published January 10.
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Hampshire and The Isle of Wight AA 30 Walks (Cards) - This original
concept takes thirty of the most popular walks in Hampshire and the Isle of
Wight from the AA's best-selling and newly updated walks database and
packages them on individual laminated cards in an easy-to-carry, durable
box. Each of the cards are pocket sized to carry with you on your walk and
are durable and weather proof to protect them from the elements. Each of the
walks are carefully selected to suit all levels of fitness and ability and
clear route directions and maps make them easy-to-follow. The small and
handy size means that the box can be stowed away in a pocket or handbag and
single cards extracted at each walk start point. Published October 09.
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Family Walks Around The Blackwater Valley, Stephen and Pamela Turner.
Published April 09. Waterside Walks in Hampshire, Peter Carne - A selection of twenty circular walks each of which takes in some part of a local waterway or coast. These include routes along the Solent, the Itchen, the Test and the Basingstoke Canal. Sketch maps and photographs. Published May 08.
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| Exploring the Bournemouth Coast Path, Leigh Hatts - This guide divides the path into eight sections and each is accompanied by a sketch map, photographs, clear walking directions and information about points of interest along the way. Published June 05. |
Hampshire
and New Forest Walks Pathfinder Guide,
Jenny Plucknett -
28 varied walks from easy strolls to exhilarating hikes - colour coded
according to difficulty. Distance, timing, refreshment stops and advice
included. Published May 93.
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South Downs Way, National Trail Guide, Paul Millmore - The South Downs Way runs for 100 miles (160 km) over the chalk downland of Sussex and Hampshire, from Eastbourne to Winchester. It is one of only two National Trails that can be used not only by walkers but also by cyclists and horse-riders for its entire length This is the complete, official guide for the long-distance walker or the weekend stroller. All you need is this one book. Published March 08.
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Walk the South Downs, Martin Simons - A staggeringly beautiful and varied landscape, changing with the seasons, the South Downs offers formidable scarp slopes, towering cliffs, flowing contours, river valleys, and a wealth of woodland. Rich in history: prehistoric burial mounds, Iron Age hill forts, ancient tucked away churches, attractive villages and inns, all set in a backdrop of rolling undulating hills. With challenging climbs, the rewards are, at times, jaw-dropping! Nearly 2000 miles of footpaths and bridleways crisscross the Downs, as well as new paths across access land and nature reserves, stretching the 80 miles from Eastbourne to Winchester. On many of the walks you may hardly see a soul, for despite the proximity of large populations, getting away from it all is a welcome reality. All 42 walking routes include: walking route summary, ratings for Effort Time Distance Ascents/Descents Refreshments and Vertigo risk, fully detailed walk description including frequent timings to aid navigation and check your progress, GPS waypoints at every key point on every route, full colour 1:40,000 scale Ordnance Survey licenced mapping for each route, short walk and stroll alternatives. Published January 06.
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AA Leisure Guide, New Forest and The Isle of Wight - This activity
guide from the AA tells you the best places to visit in the New Forest and
includes mapped walks, cycle rides and car tours. Inside you'll find
easy-to-use and modern layouts with newly commissioned colour photographs to
inspire you and area maps which show the area in detail. The guide contains
10 walks, 3 cycle rides and 2 car tours, each illustrated with a colour map.
Each chapter tells you the best places to visit in the New Forest and
listings pages give reviews of pubs and tea shops plus information on where
to shop, local specialities. Published April 07.
New Forest and Isle of Wight AA Mini Guide - The compact and practical "Mini Guide New Forest and Isle of Wight" is packed with information and great pictures. Contained within the guide is an A-Z of places to visit, plus walking, cycling, sports and outdoor activities. Expert advice is given on shopping in the area, historic cities, beaches, local events and festivals, special interests are highlighted for children and there are reviews of the best pubs and tea rooms. Pocket-sized to carry with you, the "Mini Guide New Forest and Isle of Wight" is the ideal companion to your visit. Published March 08. |
The South Downs Way - Eastbourne to Winchester, Kev Reynolds -
Exploring the Sussex Downs and East Hampshire Areas of Outstanding Natural
Beauty, the official South Downs Way leads for 100 miles (160km) between
Eastbourne and Winchester, following the northern escarpment for much of the
way and rarely descending to habitation except where river valleys interrupt
the regular course of the Downs. Since the first edition of this guide
appeared a number of improvements have been made to the Way. These include
rerouting to avoid a dangerous road walk at Amberley, the construction of a
footbridge over the River Arun, and in two places slight diversions have
been signed to afford the safe crossing of major dual-carriageway roads. For
the greater part of its length the Way follows the northern crest of the
South Downs escarpment, with broad views overlooking low Wealden farmlands
as well as the rolling Downs. Published May 04.
For more on South Downs Way - See Long Distance Paths |
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The Three Castles Path, David Bounds - The footpath route from Windsor to
Winchester based upon the 13C journey's of King John at the time of Magna Carta.
Published May 98.
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Hampshire and the New Forest Teashop Walks, Jean Patefield -
Routes near Andover, Lymington, Southampton, Portsmouth,
Winchester, Alton and Basingstoke. 20 walks of between 2 and 8 miles.
Published April 98.
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Kennet Valley and Watership Down, David Bounds & David Ramm - 24 country walks exploring the hidden countryside between Reading, Newbury & Basingstoke. Published November 99. |
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Family Walks Around Hook, Wintney and Rotherick,
Stephen and Pam Turner - Part of a series of family walks books based on
North East Hampshire. Published March 08. Pub Walks Around Salisbury and Andover, David Hancock. Limited availability. Published August 93. |
Mike Power's Walks in the New Forest, Mike Power. Published January 00.
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The New Forest Companion,
Anne-Marie Edwards - This comprehensive walker's guide to the New Forest has
been completely revised and updated. Notes and photographs accompany each of
the routes around this newly designated National Park. Published May
05. Village Walks in Hampshire, Anne- Marie Edwards - Includes Burley, Mottisfont, Hurstbourne Tarrant, Cheriton and Hambleton. 20 walks of between 3 and 6 miles. Published May 99. |
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Pub Walks in the New Forest, Mike Power. Limited availability. Published March 96.
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Pub Walks Along the Pilgrim's Way, Charles Whynne-Hammond - Follows the course of two long-distance footpaths, the Pilgrims' Way and the North Downs Way, from Winchester to Dover, dividing up the routes into twenty manageable walks - all circular. With sketch maps. Limited availability. Published April 98. | Salisbury Rambles a Walker's Guide, John Chadwick. Limited availability. Published June 96. |
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Pub Walks Along the Wayfarer's Walk, Barry Shurlock - Walks based on the Wayfarer's Walk which runs from Emsworth on the Hampshire Coast to Inkpen Beacon on the North Hampshire Downs. The books contains 20 walks of between 2 and 6 miles. Limited availability. Published June 96.
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Hampshire: Including the New Forest, AA Publications - The volumes in this series provide full A-Z gazetteers of information on some of the most beautiful areas in Britain and present ten walks and two car tours, plus information for cyclists. A small atlas is included to assist with travelling. Limited availability. Published April 02.
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The Avon Valley Footpath Guide, Sarah Moxley - A 34 mile walk from Salisbury to the mouth of the river Avon at Christchurch. Split into 10 sections and including details of public transport and places to eat and stay. Limited availability. Published September 97. |
| 100 Walks in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, - This omnibus collection of local walks covers Hampshire and the Isle of Wight and is designed to appeal to those wishing to go on family outings. The book includes 100 route descriptions of circular walks from 3-12 miles. Each walk has a map, points of interest and places to eat en route. Limited availability. Published February 94. |
The Orange Way, Les Ham - This 350 mile long distance walk is a walk in the footsteps of
history, along a route that encompasses a reminder of England's heritage. It
follows the march in 1688 of Prince William of Orange and his army from Brixham
in Devon, across the countryside to London. It links the walker to the unfolding
story of the 'Glorious Revolution' highlighting the relevant events which took
place on or near the route. Published August 03.
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Walking in Hampshire, Nick Channer & Dave Foster - In this guide the authors explore the length and breadth of the county. Both are experienced and knowledgeable - together they illuminate the nooks and crannies, as well as the best-known parts, of one of England's ancient counties. From the New Forest to historic Portsmouth, from lowland to heath, they have identified and charted routes that are full of historic, environmental and other interests. Limited availability. Published September 01. |
| Family Walks in Berkshire & North Hampshire, Kathy Sharp - 16 walks of between 1 and 6 miles. Limited availability. Published March 91. |
King's Way, Canon F Bussby - Long Distance Path, Porchester to Winchester. Limited availability. Published February 95. |
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MORE MAPS South Downs Way (Walker's Route S), Harvey. Published Feb '97. New Forest Walks Starting from Sandy Balls, Godshill: A Heritage House Ordnance Survey Scale Linked Publication [Folded Map]. Published April 09
Philip's Red Books New Forest - This local street atlas of the New Forest and its surrounding towns and villages gives detailed coverage of the area at an enlarged scale of 4 inches to 1 mile. Published Jan 08 Philip's Street Atlas North Hampshire. Published Nov 09 Philip's Street Atlas South Hampshire: Pocket Edition. Published Jan 09 New Forest Official Map, New Forest Council. Published Aug '04. Limited availability. Along the Pilgrims' Way, An Illustrated Map - Winchester, Alton, Farnham, Guildford, Reigate, Maidstone, Canterbury. Published April '98. Limited availability.
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AUTHORS/PUBLISHERS
LOCAL LINKS The Fox and Goose at Greywell, Hook. Quaint, 16th century, family run country pub. Downloadable local walks. |
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